Message From DEAN
The Department of Pharmacology imparts in-depth knowledge of drug actions, therapeutic applications, and safety.
It integrates modern teaching methods with research to bridge basic science and clinical practice.
With a strong academic foundation, it prepares students to advance rational and evidence-based medicine.
Dr. G. Hariharan M.S, DNB, MCh, FRCS
DEAN
Message From HOD
The Department of Pharmacology at Government Medical College, Omandurar is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. We strive to create an intellectually stimulating environment where students are challenged, inspired, and empowered to explore the ever-evolving world of drug sciences.
Dr. Komathi.J MBBS, D.A.,M.D.,
HOD
News & Events:
Pharmacology
The Department of Pharmacology is dedicated to provide expert training to undergraduate students. Our experienced faculty ensures that every student is adequately trained with Individualised attention and support. This is being aided by the well-designed and functional infrastructure of our Department
Services provided
- Computer Assisted Learning - where students are effectively trained with animal simulation models
- Clinical Pharmacology - where students perform various injection techniques on Simulation models for Routes of Drug administration and the assessed periodically by trained faculty. They are also trained to be ethical, to communicate well, and be responsible to patients and the community
- Institutional Ethics Committee - where research proposals are periodically assessed by Ethics committee members with expertise in Good clinical practice
- Pharmacovigilance - Causality assessment of Adverse drug reactions reported from various departments is performed by trained faculty and regularly uploaded to Vigiflow. Undergraduate students are also being trained to fill the ADR forms and to perform Causality assessment.
Mission
Our mission is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles of Pharmacology with student-centered approach and to empower curiosity in students to perform academics related research
Vision
Our vision is to empower undergraduate students with a deep understanding of Pharmacology enabling them to become compassionate healthcare professionals and researchers
Facilities Available
The department is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, providing a comprehensive learning environment for undergraduate students, enabling them to gain hands-on experience and develop their knowledge and practical skills in pharmacology. The facilities available in the department are designed to promote academic excellence, research, and innovation
- Experimental Pharmacology Laboratory: Equipped with instruments for conducting practical experiments for students
- Research Laboratory: Equipped with advanced range of instruments, including spectrophotometers, centrifuges, and other analytical equipment.
- Computer-Aided Learning (CAL) Facility: A computer laboratory with internet connectivity, providing access to effective learning with animal simulation models.
- Departmental Library: A well-stocked library with a collection of textbooks and reference books in pharmacology.
- Seminar Room: A well-equipped seminar room with audiovisual facilities, providing a platform for seminars and other academic activities.
- Museum: A museum showcasing various pharmacological exhibits, including models, charts, and specimens.
- Collaborative Research Opportunities: Opportunities for collaborative research with other departments, including clinical departments and research institutions.
- Pharmacovigilance: ADR monitoring centre with regular identifying and reporting of Adverse drug reactions to ensure safe use of medications and conducting workshops and training sessions to educate students and healthcare professionals about appropriate medication use.
- Institutional Ethics Committee: An independent committee that regularly reviews research proposals ensuring that research and educational activities involving human subjects are conducted ethically, safeguarding the rights, safety and welfare of research participants.
